Guild Wars 2

I would imagine from the Topic posted that there is enough said, however I would like to see input from the community as well on this topic which concerns those who wish to test their skills and builds before jumping into full on PVP/WVW.

It would be nice to be able to Duel other players in amicable mutual (not accepting duel requests option/Accepting duel requests option), anywhere settings in order to figure out what needs to be adjusted, also in order to become stronger as a player learning better to understand how to play/defeat other classes.

Not only would it be great to have a dueling system in GW2 for character enhancement outside of PVP, but it would also add a new fun dynamic to the game as well.

Please be constructive with your input and suggestions on this topic.

I completely agree that a dueling system should be added asap. I was showing a friend of mine how amazing this game is, (and it is!) but we were both kinda let down when we found out there was no dueling system.. I had figured I was just missing it, being new to the game. The PvP/WvW is kinda overwhelming coming from a new-players perspective.. A duel system would give players a chance to practice as Razariel mentioned and would also let the RPers settle disputes. I really hope this happens soon!

They’ll have something similar to that in an upcoming patch. You’ll be able to rent servers and set up 1v1 battles etc.

I won’t be quite so ad hoc, but it’ll mostly be there.

I would completely agree with the statement of adjusting a duel system within the game (or even on a entirely different server) In addition; the fact of having other classes dueling provides feedback for one another to adjust their capabilities of skills to be able to overcome the opponent. Also, I would like to state that most MMOs do have a dueling system of sort to provide a base of knowledge of how well your play-style and character are progressing; and how to improve one another.

i agree! i really want duels…

AND RAIDS!!!!!!!!!!!

This is something a lot of people want – and I’m no exception.

I’ve always found that the best way to teach is through example – how better to prepare a friend or guild member for a combat situation than to challenge them? Plus there’s the obvious benefits of friendly sparring matches and actually challenging someone to a duel.

My only concern would be where it’s allowed. Personally, I wouldn’t want it to only be in the Mists (using our actual gear and traits if prefered, instead of just PvP set ups). Also, I’ve played some MMOs where busy areas take several minutes to load because there are five duels going on right next to the portal/waypoint. It’d be nice if they were slightly restricted so this scenario doesn’t become an issue.

Basically just reposting what I said elsewhere about this:

They’ve said the game isn’t balanced for 1v1 combat, so I don’t see how this would work.

But it would just be fun between friends, balance doesn’t matter!

Anyone who believes that adding a (potentially greatly) unbalanced dueling option wouldn’t trigger a never ending tidal wave of complaining is naive or hasn’t spent much time with MMOs or online communities.

But you could just balance the classes for 1v1 combat!

If they do that, dueling might be somewhat balanced but now the entire game has to be rebalanced around dueling.

I’m not saying it’s impossible, but it seems like a very difficult thing to do without affecting other parts of the game.

If dueling was added in the mists then sure.
anywhere else no thanks

Dueling, trading ( Even if it is just a reskinned mailbox, it needs to be there), inspecting, skin sharing (Can trade wep/armor skins. just the models.) and previews in the trading post. Did I miss anything?

I’m totally for this, dueling is definitely something that can keep the game really interesting. I know myself and a group of friends would probably occupy ourselves for hours dueling in Gendarran Fields (Or LA if it’s allowed in cities) if this was introduced.

pringles.3290:

Dueling, trading ( Even if it is just a reskinned mailbox, it needs to be there), inspecting, skin sharing (Can trade wep/armor skins. just the models.) and previews in the trading post. Did I miss anything?

Dueling would be iffy for the reasons I mentioned, inspecting would lead to elitism and has no place in this game for a variety of reasons and I’m pretty sure they said that direct trading would facilitate gold sellers.

My wish list for dueling is simple. Arenas or specific areas where people can challenge and duel within those areas. In this way, players who want to duel with in those areas can do so, however, certain rules apply such as if another player turns you down do not still hound them or hit them. If so the bad player should lose their privileges for a say a few hours. Also, would like the areas to be within every players grasp from level 5 to whatever and that each area is specified for what level range.

Dueling is an honor situation and have to rely on each player’s sense of right and wrong. Some with squeak in but most will adhere to the rules. Dueling is something we all have done in many other mmo’s and is one of the main things GW2 is lacking as of now.

I agree with this suggestion +1